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    Trader Joe's Holiday Hash w/ Sausage + Quinoa

    Published: Nov 14, 2023 · Modified: Mar 28, 2025 by Natalie Perry · This post may contain affiliate links · 10 Comments

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    Trader Joe's Holiday Hash with Sausage and Quinoa is a delicious meal you can make with this seasonal favorite. The comforting aromas of sweet potatoes, onion, butternut squash, and fresh herbs come together beautifully in Trader Joe's Holiday Vegetable Hash, which can be used in many ways. This one is sure to be a favorite! PS—it's ready in 15 minutes!

    A plate with a serving of quinoa, topped with a holiday hash of sweet potatoes and sausage, garnished with feta cheese and green beans on the side. this …

    Why We Love This

    When looking for ways to use this already delicious hash, I decided to combine it with a few of my favorite things: tri-colored quinoa, spicy chicken sausages, and a sprinkle of feta. BTW, these are all Trader Joe's items!

    I look forward to grabbing a few packages of hash every year for a quick weeknight dinner or a Thanksgiving side dish. It is even one of my favorite breakfast options! For another delicious holiday dish, try our Peach Cobbler with Ready-Made Crust!

    I really enjoy creating meals from Trader Joe's products. If you do, too, try out my Trader Joe's Chicken Meatballs Spaghetti Bake, Trader Joe's Harvest Blend Stir-Fry, or our Trader Joe's Chicken Shawarma Bowl!

    Before getting started, I like to take a moment to set some healthy intentions. To learn more about using intentions and affirmations in your daily life, check out our free guide.

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    • Why We Love This
    • Ingredients
    • Substitutions and Variations
    • How to Make Trader Joe's Holiday Hash With Sausage and Quinoa
    • Recipe FAQ's
    • More Trader Joe's Recipes
    • Recipe
    • Comments

    Ingredients

    Ingredients for the recipe including quinoa, feta, chicken broth, holiday hash, and a package of spicy Italian chicken sausage.

    Organic Tri-Color Quinoa: This nutrient-dense blend of white, red, and black quinoa is a great base for the recipe. Soaking the quinoa ahead of time is essential. Learn how to sprout quinoa here!

    For another fun quinoa recipe, try the pesto chicken quinoa bowl -yum!

    21-Season Salute: Exclusive to Trader Joe's, this herb and spice blend works really well with many dishes.

    Trader Joe's Spicy Chicken Sausages: These sausages bring a spicy and savory layer of flavor. TJ's sausages have minimal ingredients which is why I like them!

    See the recipe card for the full ingredient list and quantities.

    Substitutions and Variations

    Hearty Soup or Vegetable Soup: Incorporating the holiday hash into a vegetable hash soup is a fantastic way to create a warm, hearty soup and comforting meal.

    Kale Salad: Mixing the holiday hash with chopped kale creates a nutrient-packed side dish.

    Omelette Mix-In: Using the holiday hash in an omelet makes a delicious breakfast option. 

    Stuffings and Stir Fry: The holiday hash also serves as a wonderful addition to stuffings for Thanksgiving dinner or mixed into stir-fried rice dishes.

    How to Make Trader Joe's Holiday Hash With Sausage and Quinoa

    Cooked quinoa in a black pot, showing a mix of white, red, and black quinoa grains, steamed and fluffy.

    Step 1: After soaking the quinoa for at least 3 hours, give it a rinse. Add it to the Instant Pot with a cup of chicken broth and a teaspoon of 21 seasoning salute. Set the Instant Pot to cook for 1 minute on high pressure, then allow it to release naturally. Once done, fluff the quinoa with a fork and keep it aside.

    Four whole spicy Italian chicken sausages cooking in a non-stick skillet, browned on the outside.

    Step 2: As the quinoa cooks, heat your skillet to medium-high heat. Make a single puncture line on each sausage and cook them for about 5-6 minutes on each side, then set aside to cool slightly.

    A cutting board with cut-up Italian sausages on it.

    Step 3: Chop the cooked sausages into small, bite-sized pieces.

    Sautéed holiday vegetable hash in a skillet, with diced butternut squash, celery, and onions, seasoned and ready to be mixed with other ingredients.

    Step 4: In a separate large skillet, warm the avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add the Holiday Hash to the skillet, along with a teaspoon of the seasoning. Sauté for 10 minutes, stirring it continuously until vegetables are soft and lightly golden brown.

    Diced sweet potatoes, celery, and onions, mixed with crumbled sausage and feta cheese, all cooked to a golden brown finish.

    Step 5: Mix in sliced sausages and sprinkle in the feta cheese crumbles. Continue to stir the mixture for an additional 2-3 minutes.

    The final plated dish of quinoa with holiday hash, featuring sausage and vegetables, garnished with feta cheese, ready to serve.

    Step 6: To serve, layer the flavorful hash mixture over a bed of the prepared quinoa. Your dish is now ready to enjoy!

    Hint: A quick way to chop the sausage: slice each sausage lengthwise once then cut across into bite-sized pieces. Also, be sure to adjust the liquid-to-quinoa ratio depending on the duration of soaking. Check our article: Sprouted quinoa for more information!

    Recipe FAQ's

    How many calories are in Trader Joe's Holiday Hash?

    Trader Joe's Holiday Hash contains approximately 45 calories per half-cup serving. This makes it a relatively low-calorie option, great for those who are mindful of their calorie intake while still enjoying flavorful dishes.

    Can you freeze Trader Joe's Holiday Vegetable Hash?

    Yes, you can freeze Trader Joe's Holiday Vegetable Hash. Freezing can help extend its shelf life and is convenient for future use. Ensure to store it in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag to maintain its quality.

    What is in Holiday Hash from Trader Joe's?

    Trader Joe's Holiday Hash is a festive blend of seasonal vegetables. It includes butternut squash, sweet potatoes, red onion, celery, parsley, sage, and rosemary. This combination creates a flavorful and colorful addition to a variety of dishes.

    Close-up of a pan with diced sweet potatoes, celery, and onions, mixed with crumbled sausage and feta cheese, all cooked to a golden brown

    More Trader Joe's Recipes

    Looking for other healthy TJ's recipes? Try these:

    • Freshly baked peach cobbler in a red baking dish, showcasing a browned lattice crust
      Peach Cobbler with Ready-Made Crust
    • A complete meal in a bowl, featuring sliced Chicken Shawarma on a bed of Saffron Rice, garnished with Tzatziki sauce and lemon wedge.
      Trader Joe's Chicken Shawarma w/ Saffron Rice
    • Trader Joe's Harvest Blend Chicken and Spinach Stir-Fry in a pan, ready to serve.
      Trader Joe's Harvest Blend Stir-Fry
    • A beautifully plated serving of Trader Joe's Chicken Meatball Spaghetti Bake, accompanied by a side of seasoned green beans, presented on a white plate against a dark wood background, highlighting the dish's appetizing colors and textures.
      Trader Joe's Chicken Meatballs and Spaghetti Bake

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    Recipe

    A plate with a serving of quinoa, topped with a holiday hash of sweet potatoes and sausage, garnished with feta cheese and green beans on the side.

    Trader Joe's Holiday Hash w/ Sausage + Quinoa

    Natalie Perry
    Savor the flavors of the season with this mouth-watering Trader Joe's Holiday Hash Recipe, featuring a blend of robust spices, tri-color quinoa, spicy chicken sausages, and feta cheese. This easy-to-make dish promises a delicious combination of hearty veggies and rich, satisfying tastes, perfect for any meal from a cozy breakfast to a festive dinner side.
    5 from 60 votes
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    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    soaking quinoa 3 hours hrs
    Total Time 3 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
    Course Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Mediterranean
    Servings 4
    Calories 373 kcal

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot
    • Mesh strainer
    • large bowl
    • large skillet
    • Cooking Spoon

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 Trader Joe’s spicy chicken sausages
    • 1 package Trader Joe’s Holiday hash
    • 2 teaspoon Trader Joe’s 21 seasoning salute divided
    • 1 cup Quinoa tri-color soaked 3 hrs and rinsed
    • 1 cup chicken Broth
    • Sea salt and black pepper to taste
    • 2 TB avocado oil
    • 3 TB feta cheese + more for garnish if desired
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    Instructions
     

    • After soaking the quinoa and rinsing thoroughly, cook in an instant pot with 1 cup chicken broth and 1 teaspoon 21 seasoning salute for 1 minute at high pressure with natural release. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
    • While the quinoa is coming to pressure, Heat the skillet on medium-high heat. Puncture each of the sausages along a line. Cook for 5-6 min on each side. Set aside.
    • Cut sausages into small pieces.
    • Heat oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add holiday hash and 1 teaspoon seasoning and sauté for 10 minutes.
    • After 10 minutes of stirring continuously, add in cooked and cut-up sausages, and feta. Continue stirring for 2-3 min longer.
    • Pour hash mixture over a bed of quinoa and serve. Enjoy!

    Notes

    *Cook times should overlap. Cook the quinoa, the sausages, and the holiday hash on separate surfaces at the same time for a quick and easy meal.
    *If you cannot soak your quinoa, at least rinse it. Be sure to adjust the liquid added. Use 1.5 cups of broth per cup of quinoa that has not been soaked.  
    *I recommend cooking more quinoa at a time because my suggestion for liquid added to soaked quinoa is less than 1:1 ratio, however, the instant pot needs a minimum of 1 cup of liquid to come to pressure.
    *Simply cook 2 cups of quinoa, ideally after soaking, with 1.5 cups broth for perfect quinoa, then use more or save some for later!
    *If you soak for longer, which is perfectly acceptable, use slightly less water as more water from soaking will have been absorbed, and less for less time.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 373kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 14gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 610mgPotassium: 681mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 61IUCalcium: 115mgIron: 3mg
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    1. Kim says

      November 15, 2023 at 10:29 pm

      5 stars
      We don't have Trader Joe's here so I love finding copycat recipes like this one. It's such a great recipe and perfect for the holiday season.

      Reply
      • Natalie Perry says

        November 16, 2023 at 2:26 am

        Hope you enjoy it!

        Reply
    2. Nora says

      November 15, 2023 at 7:43 pm

      Wow! This holiday hash sounds amazing! I will definitely try it for breakfast! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Natalie Perry says

        November 16, 2023 at 2:27 am

        I just had it today for breakfast! It was delicious

        Reply
    3. Jacqueline Debono says

      November 15, 2023 at 6:38 pm

      5 stars
      We loved the combination of flavours in this holiday hash. Perfect for brunch and easy to make!

      Reply
      • Natalie Perry says

        November 16, 2023 at 2:27 am

        wonderful to hear!

        Reply
    4. Alexandra says

      November 15, 2023 at 7:35 am

      5 stars
      I love quinoa, and what a delicious way to enjoy it! The spicy sausage and feta go so well together and the seasoning is on point. Really enjoyable dish 🙂

      Reply
      • Natalie Perry says

        November 16, 2023 at 2:27 am

        Happy to hear you enjoyed it 🙂

        Reply
    5. Sarah says

      November 15, 2023 at 6:48 am

      5 stars
      what a great way to take Trader Joe's holiday vegetables hash and turn it into a delicious and easy holiday meal. Can't wait to make this one!

      Reply
      • Natalie Perry says

        November 16, 2023 at 2:28 am

        Let us know how you like it 🙂

        Reply
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